Description
This fresh zesty Mexican street corn coleslaw combines the flavors of elote with the crunch of classic coleslaw, featuring a creamy, tangy dressing with lime juice, cotija cheese, and a hint of chili powder. It's a perfect side dish for barbecues, taco nights, and meal prep.
Ingredients
4 cups Green cabbage, shredded
2 cups Fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
4 stalks Green onions, sliced
1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1/4 cup Sour cream
3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Lime zest
1 teaspoon Chili powder
1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Cumi
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare your vegetables first. Shred the cabbage thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely and pat dry. Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces. Chop the cilantro and slice the green onions. Place everything in a large mixing bowl
- Step 2: Create the dressing in a separate medium bowl. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and lime zest. Whisk these together until smooth
- Step 3: Add all your seasonings to the dressing. Sprinkle in the chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until everything blends together beautifully
- Step 4: Pour the creamy dressing over your prepared vegetables. Use a large spoon or spatula to toss everything together gently but thoroughly
- Step 5: Add the crumbled cotija cheese and fold it in gently. Reserve a little cheese for garnish if desired
- Step 6: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving
Notes
This coleslaw tastes better after sitting for a bit, making it perfect for meal prep.
If using fresh corn, roast it briefly in a dry skillet until slightly charred for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 12mg